CT19_Structural Principles 01

What do structural principles deal with?

• Designing the aesthetics of a building

• Managing and handling loads and loading

• Ensuring the building is environmentally friendly

• Reducing the cost of construction

What must a structure withstand over its lifespan?

• The most severe combination of loads

• Only minor loads

• Only the weight of the structure

• Only environmental loads

Which type of structural drawing would include information about the design and specifications of retaining walls?

• Floor framing plan and specifications

• Retaining wall and tanking design and specifications

• Underpinning, rock anchors, and shoring design and specifications

• Structure comps

What do foundation plans and specifications depict?

• The engineer’s footing design and specifications

• The layout of electrical wiring

• The design of the roof structure

• The interior decoration plan

Why is it imperative to check for any structural defects?

• To ensure the project is completed on time

• To maintain structural integrity

• To reduce construction costs

• To improve the design

Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of report or permit in the provided learning material?

• Certificate of Title

• Building permit

• Environmental impact assessment

• Geotechnical report

What is meant by 'Design Actions' in structural principles?

• The forces acting on a structure

• The planning and execution of structural elements

• The reliability of a structure

• The loads a structure can bear

What does structural integrity refer to?

• The aesthetic appeal of a structure

• The ability of a structure to withstand loads and actions during construction and its lifetime

• The cost-effectiveness of a structure

• The environmental impact of a structure

What is the ability of a structural element to fulfill the specified criteria through its working life called?

• Structural Integrity

• Structural Reliability

• Structural Efficiency

• Structural Durability

Which of the following is considered a permanent action on a structure according to AS1170.1?

• Stacking of building materials

• Use of equipment, cranes, and trucks

• Dead loads

• Floor to floor propping actions